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Accomplishments of the 111th Congress
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VA Benefits Handbook Now Available:
The latest edition of the Department of Veterans Affairs' Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents handbook is now available online. To view the new handbook, please click here.
Schools Participating in the GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program
Click on the link below to obtain information on schools participating in the GI Bill Yellow Ribbon Program:
http://www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/CH33/YRP/YRP_List_2010.htm
110th Congress Record of Veterans Legislation
The U.S. House of Representatives passed 75 Veterans bills during the 110th Congress. Of these, 18 became law, including many important bipartisan initiatives. Click here to learn more!
Veterans Affairs: Historical Budget Authority, Fiscal Years 1940 through 2007
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) has issued a report providing the History of the Budget Authority for the Department of Veterans Affairs from Fiscal Years 1940 through 2007. To view the report, please click here.
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House Affirms Bipartisan Support for Veterans
Monday, May 23, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC–Today, the House of Representatives affirmed its commitment to America’s veterans by passing four pieces of legislation helping and honoring veterans of all generations. Legislation included fixes to the Post-9/11 GI Bill to keep student veterans in the school of their choice (H.R. 1383—as amended, 389-0); establishes a new process for the placement of monuments at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as enforcing the reservation process at Arlington (H.R. 1627—as amended, 380-0); imposes penalties for small businesses claiming veteran-owned status (H.R. 1657, 382-1); and reissues the annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment for veterans and survivors (H.R. 1407—as amended, voice vote). All bills were passed with overwhelming bipartisan support.
Committee Advances Jewish War Chaplains Resolution and Safeguards for GI Bill Students
Friday, May 13, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC–Today, the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs favorably reported six pieces of legislation (H.R. 1407, as amended; H.R. 1484, as amended; H.R. 1627, as amended; H.R. 1383, as amended; H.R. 1657; and H.R. 802, as amended) for full House consideration.
Federal Recovery Coordination Program Fails to Deliver
Friday, May 13, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC–Today, the Subcommittee on Health met to review the Federal Recovery Coordination Program. The Committee heard testimony that even though more than three years have elapsed since the program was implemented, systemic shortfalls persist including a lack of overall coordination and collaboration between the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs.
Miller: “Any Loss of Life Because of Delays in Treatment is a Tragedy”
Thursday, May 12, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC—The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs will hold a hearing on mental health programs available through the VA on June 14, 2011. Tuesday’s ruling by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that cites “unchecked incompetence” by the VA in handling post-traumatic stress cases will also be addressed at the hearing.
VA IT Still Falling Short of 21st Century Technology
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing entitled, “Reboot: Examining the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Information Technology Strategy for the 21st Century.” Committee members hoped to receive a positive progress report from VA regarding IT improvements following recent increased funding and staffing.
Legislation Improves Benefits Systems for Veterans and Updates Arlington National Cemetery Requirements
Thursday, May 05, 2011
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs favorably reported three bills to the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. The bills are expected to go before the Committee as early as next Thursday, May 12, 2011.
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The House Committee on Veterans' Affairs reviews veterans' programs, examines current laws, and reports bills and amendments to strengthen existing laws concerning veterans and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), such as for health care, disability compensation, GI bill education and job training, home loan guarantees, life insurance policies, and a nationwide system of veterans' cemeteries.